space for your toes to breathe.
Blisters or Sores
If you’re a runner I’m sure you have caught a blister or two on your trail. Wearing the wrong type of shoes can cause friction that results in blistering, but the wrong sock/shoe combo can as well. Either way, it is really uncomfortable to function with a blister on your foot. This is a sign that the shoe is either too tight or too narrow.
Listen to your gut when buying shoes. If you feel like you need to “break in” the shoe as they say don’t purchase them. They should be comfortable upon purchase.
Your Arch Aches
Running shoes that are too big or non-supportive cause the muscles on the bottom of the foot to tighten with each step. It’s your foot’s way of trying to compensate for the lack of grip your foot has within the shoe due to incorrect sizing. It is essentially trying to keep the shoe from sliding off.
If this is left unchecked the heel can become inflamed and developed into things such as plantar fasciitis. The tendons are also inflamed as a result. Get shoes that are extremely comfortable. I recommend going to FleetFeet for running shoes. Running shoes are amazingly comfortable.
Tendonitis
Tendonitis is when your tendons become inflamed inside of your foot or ankle. It can also occur on the outer edges of your foot as well. This typically occurs when the foot rolls inward which is a sign that the shoes need more support and structure. Spending the extra money on shoes with better support is a great way to avoid this condition.
What Type Of Shoes Should I Buy
You want to wear shoes that give you great support. This means that the cushion inside of them allows you to walk normally. They feel good when you wear them and your ankles and soles feel great. If you are flat-footed or have an arch in your foot, cushion matters. You want shoes that go with the